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South of Mayo Island and upstream of Mayo Bridge, Sharp’s Island is Richmond’s premiere camping destination (https:airbnb.com/h/sharpsisland) Andy Thompson is the mad scientist experimenting with the one-acre oasis in the middle of the James River in the heart of downtown RVA. Outdoor recreation? Check. Public art? Yup. Historic ruins? Indeed. Podcast destination? Why not? Sharp’s Island is now ho... more

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In this episode of Sharp’s Island Podcast, we sit down with Tim Barry, legendary Richmond musician and former frontman of Avail, to talk about punk rock roots, storytelling, fatherhood, and what keeps him grounded by the James River.

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Andy welcomes Maeve Jones -- Executive Director of The Poe Museum -- to the island to discuss one of the most influential and innovative figures in American and world literature - Edgar Allan Poe. And they definitely discuss his shocking feat of endu... more

Andrew Alli talks about his new role as the James River Park Superintendent, playing the blues harmonica all over the world, and his favorite nearly-secret spots in the park system.

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In this episode of Sharp’s Island Podcast, we sit down with legendary Richmond Times-Dispatch writer Jeff Schapiro to talk about his journalism career, the stories that shaped him, and the creative process behind uncovering truth and meaning in every... more

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Andrew Alli
Superintendent of the James River Park and blues musician
James River Park System
Episode: Andrew Alli - James River Park Superintendent - BLUES MUSICIAN
Rachel Beanland
Bestselling author known for her historical fiction.
Author of The House Is On Fire
Episode: Rachel Beanland - Author of THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE
Sarah Abubaker
Fourth District City Council Representative
City of Richmond
Episode: Sarah Abubaker - Fourth District City Council Representative
Danny Avula
Mayor of Richmond and former public health director
City of Richmond
Episode: Danny Avula - Mayor of Richmond
Ed Trask
Artist and musician known for his murals in Richmond
Richmond art community
Episode: Ed Trask - Musician, Painter and Muralist
Michael Phillips
Founder of The Richmonder and former Virginia Sports Writer of the Year
The Richmonder
Episode: Michael Phillips - Founder of The Richmonder
Matt Perry
CEO of Riverside Outfitters with over 19 years of experience in the outdoor recreation industry.
Riverside Outfitters
Episode: Matt Perry - CEO of RIverside Outfitters

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Jeff Schapiro - Legendary Richmond Times-Dispatch Columnist
Q: What gives you hope about journalism now?
That people remain curious about consuming information and are willing to turn to reliable sources that challenge their prejudices.
Jeff Schapiro - Legendary Richmond Times-Dispatch Columnist
Q: What's life like after retiring from the Times-Dispatch?
I've been very busy, focusing on things that interest and amuse me with comparatively few distractions.
Rachel Beanland - Author of THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE
Q: How do you make those historical figures relevant to today?
You blend the different worlds by making sure that, while characters follow the social rules of their time, they still represent universal human experiences.
Rachel Beanland - Author of THE HOUSE IS ON FIRE
Q: What made you say, all right, this is a great jumping off point for a historical novel?
I learned about the Richmond Theater Fire the very first day I showed up in Richmond, which sparked my interest.
Andrew Alli - James River Park Superintendent - BLUES MUSICIAN
Q: What are your influences?
Favorite musicians include Little Walter and Big Walter Horton, praising their unique sound styles.

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